The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanover to Berlin
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£58
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
250 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanover to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanover to Berlin will cost around £58 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 20 trains that leave Hanover for Berlin every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 250 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 38 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and coach for Hanover to Berlin
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hanover to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 23m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 250 km
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2h 53m Average total duration Fastest 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Hanover to Berlin train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanover to Berlin trains for today, Saturday 21 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixTrain | 10:44 Hanover Hbf | 1h42 | 12:26 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 10:44 Hanover Hbf | 1h56 | 12:40 Berlin Ostbahnhof | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 10:44 Hanover Hbf | 1h26 | 12:10 Berlin Spandau | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 143 | Delayed 11:06 11:04Hanover Hbf | 1h47 | 12:51 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1043 | On time 11:20 Hanover Hbf | 1h41 | 13:01 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 847 | On time 11:31 Hanover Hbf | 1h45 | 13:16 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1547 | Delayed 12:04 Hanover Hbf | 1h38 | 13:43 13:43Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 547 | Delayed 12:32 12:31Hanover Hbf | 1h45 | 14:16 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 145 | Delayed 13:05 13:04Hanover Hbf | 1h47 | 14:51 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 849 | On time 13:31 Hanover Hbf | 1h45 | 15:16 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1053 | On time 14:04 Hanover Hbf | 1h38 | 15:42 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 549 | On time 14:31 Hanover Hbf | 1h45 | 16:16 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 14:44 Hanover Hbf | 1h53 | 16:37 Berlin Südkreuz station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 14:44 Hanover Hbf | 1h26 | 16:10 Berlin Spandau | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixTrain | 14:44 Hanover Hbf | 1h36 | 16:20 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 147 | On time 15:04 Hanover Hbf | 1h47 | 16:51 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1045 | On time 15:20 Hanover Hbf | 1h41 | 17:01 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 941 | On time 15:31 Hanover Hbf | 1h45 | 17:16 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 22 February | |||||
ICE 1041 | On time 07:20 Hanover Hbf | 1h41 | 09:01 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 843 | On time 07:31 Hanover Hbf | 1h45 | 09:16 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1543 | On time 08:04 Hanover Hbf | 1h38 | 09:42 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 543 | On time 08:31 Hanover Hbf | 1h45 | 10:16 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 141 | On time 09:04 Hanover Hbf | 1h47 | 10:51 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 845 | On time 09:31 Hanover Hbf | 1h45 | 11:16 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1545 | On time 10:04 Hanover Hbf | 1h38 | 11:42 Berlin Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanover to Berlin
Trains from Hanover to Berlin run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £9 by coach.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 250 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 250 km |
Average train duration 2h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, enno from Hanover to Berlin trainsDeutsche Bahn, FlixTrain, enno trains will get you between Hanover and Berlin from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
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enno
FAQs: Hanover to Berlin train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanover to Berlin by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hanover and Berlin
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 20:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 20:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the main entrance.
- Balzac Coffee
- Burger King
- McDonald's
- dean&david
- Dunkin' Donuts
- asiahung
- Mr. CLOU
- Nordsee
- Starbucks
- Pizza Hut
- & many more
- Escalators, elevators, wheelchair access. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- Grand Hotel Mussmann
- IntercityHotel Hannover
- Hotel Loccumer Hof
- Located near the main entrance by the DB ticket office.
- Öz Antalya Kebap
- Ricklinger Döner
- China-Imbiss Jasmin
- Coimbra
- Waldgasthaus Entenfang
- Pizza 96
- Praga Grill
- Pizza Master
- Mercure Hotel am Entenfang
- Mon - Sat: 07:00 - 22:00
- Sun: 08:00 - 22:00
- Free WiFi (30 minutes limit).
- Luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
- backWERK
- Burger King
- Costa Coffee
- Dunkin' Donuts
- Einstein Kaffee
- Le Crobag
- McDonald's
- Hans im Glück
- Pret A Manger
- Starbucks
- & many more
- Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof
- Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof
- Located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Unvernunft
- Taverna Teloneio
- Burger King
- Hasir
- Hotel Benn
- Hotel Herbst
- Hotel Lindenufer
- Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau
- Monday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Tuesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Thursday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Friday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Saturday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Sunday: 10:00 - 17:30
- Jäger & Lustig
- BLOCK HOUSE
- Pizza und Pasta
- Lang Van II
- Upstalsboom Hotel Friedrichshain
- Armony Hotel
- Nu hotel berlin
- Holiday Inn Berlin - City East Side
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